Job Title: Speech and Language Therapist
Location: Hillingdon Grange – Yiewsley Grange (primarily), with occasional support at other Hillingdon Granges sites.
Salary and Bonus
Up to £53,200 FTE DOE plus £5,000 Welcome Bonus (payable as one payment of £2,500 after completion of one month and one further payment of £2,500 upon completion of your final probation period. T&C apply).
Hours and Contract
37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday 8:30am–4:30pm. Permanent contract, term time only or flexible full‑time based on personal circumstances.
The Role
We are looking for a Speech and Language Therapist to join our in‑house clinical team. Working collaboratively with the education team, you will deliver bespoke Speech and Language Therapy assessment and intervention to pupils who may have experienced developmental trauma, be neurodivergent or have SEMH needs. You will hold a caseload, receive support from a clinical supervisor and site lead, and contribute to staff training and consultation.
Responsibilities
* Deliver Speech and Language Therapy assessment and intervention within the OFG Speech and Language Therapy Ways of Working, in line with governing and professional bodies.
* Maintain a person‑centred, empowering approach with a focus on pupils’ independence.
* Participate in multidisciplinary working and staff training and consultation.
* Adhere to safeguarding practices and maintain a strong safeguarding culture.
Essential Criteria
* Undergraduate or Postgraduate degree in Speech and Language Therapy
* HCPC registered
* 1-2 years experience as a fully registered member of the RCSLT working in a similar setting.
* Some relevant experience in a previously held job of engaging and working with individuals presenting with complex and diverse communication profiles
* Some knowledge of neurodiversity and trauma‑informed practice
* Some experience of multi‑disciplinary working in a range of settings
* Some experience of communicating with/working with families/relatives and carers
* An interest in developing knowledge and skills in different areas of SaLT practice
* Good relationship building, analytical and judgmental skills
* Good communication skills (oral and written)
* Good time management and organisational skills
* Competent in core areas of SaLT practice and clear understanding of RCSLT Communication Standards
* Knowledge of different SaLT assessment tools, types of intervention and knowledge of how to formulate support plans based on needs profile
* Knowledge of legislation and its implications for both clinical practice and professional management in relation to the client group
* Ability to work collaboratively as part of the multi‑disciplinary team
* Willingness to attend training and working towards further qualifications relevant to the client group supporting
* ASD experience
Desirable
* Some understanding of other differences, e.g. sensory and motor, which may impact on an individual’s communication strengths, differences, traits, difficulties and needs profile
* Some evidence of understanding the relationship between arousal levels and communication
Benefits
* Life Assurance
* Pension scheme with options to increase your contributions
* Your Wellbeing Matters – access to a wide range of first‑class mental health support services and physical health checks
* Family Growth Support – enhanced maternity and paternity leave, and paid fertility treatment support.
* A wide range of health, wellbeing, and insurance benefits
* 100’s of discount options valid in the UK and abroad
* Cycle to Work Schemes
* Electric Car Purchase Scheme
* Critical illness cover
* £5,000 Welcome Bonus (T&C’s apply)
* £2,000 CPD Training Allowance
At Outcomes First Group we are committed to carrying out a fair, thorough and efficient recruitment process in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education.
All successful applicants will be subject to social media checks and a fully enhanced DBS.
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